All users of Kentucky State University computers and networks, including Faculty, Staff, and Students

ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY: Chief Information Officer (CIO) Department of Information Technology (IT)

APPROVED BY: Kentucky State University Board of Regents

EFFECTIVE DATE: August 8, 2025

NEXT REVIEW DATE: August 8, 2028

To ensure legal and ethical compliance, Kentucky State University (KSU) requires that all computer software be acquired, reproduced, distributed, and used in accordance with U.S. Copyright Law and all applicable licensing agreements. This policy governs the management of KSU's software assets to protect the University from legal and financial risk.

Any program or application installed on or accessed through university-owned computer systems or networks.

The legal agreement that specifies the terms of use for a piece of computer software.